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audrey9024's review
4.0
i'm surprised. i actually enjoyed this so very much. i find jasmine relatable, i love the family dynamics so much. and the romance was cute. honestly, so good. so much fun
book_concierge's review against another edition
3.0
Jasmine Yap is getting ready for graduation and planning a move to a new apartment with her boyfriend, Paul. But her friends and family dislike Paul and feel Jasmine can do better. So, when Paul suggests they take some time apart over the summer the family hatches a plan to introduce Jasmine to boys who are more worthy of her and to help her find a sense of self worth.
This was a cute rom-com with the family engineering a sort of Bachelorette competition for Jasmine’s affections. They identify three likely candidates and watch carefully to see which one she will pick. But …
Of course, the road to HEA is never without obstacles. But Ireland gives us reasonable (and interesting) responses from Jasmine, the “bachelors” and her family.
I really did like the dates Jasmine went on with these young men - beach picnics, batting practice, go-kart racing, movies, hanging out with friends, etc. And I also liked that Ireland gave several characters the moral fortitude to say, “Wait a minute … this isn’t right.” Finally, I liked that Ireland showed real growth in Jasmine’s character.
This was a cute rom-com with the family engineering a sort of Bachelorette competition for Jasmine’s affections. They identify three likely candidates and watch carefully to see which one she will pick. But …
Of course, the road to HEA is never without obstacles. But Ireland gives us reasonable (and interesting) responses from Jasmine, the “bachelors” and her family.
I really did like the dates Jasmine went on with these young men - beach picnics, batting practice, go-kart racing, movies, hanging out with friends, etc. And I also liked that Ireland gave several characters the moral fortitude to say, “Wait a minute … this isn’t right.” Finally, I liked that Ireland showed real growth in Jasmine’s character.
chip4201's review against another edition
emotional
inspiring
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
mirareadsbooksforfun's review against another edition
4.0
Such a fun and heartwarming story and group of characters, I really liked it! I hope to read more from this author in the future.
emmie1507's review against another edition
4.0
I. FREAKING. LOVE. THIS. BOOK!!!!!!!!!!! IT WAS A MASTERPIECE *chef's kiss*!!!!!
I found the main character, Jasmine, extremely relatable (except the whole bachelorette thing). AND I EVEN NOTICED HER PERSONAL GROWTH!!!! I don't usually notice character's personal growth because I'm just that oblivious, BUT I noticed in this book! I feel like it was subtle...buy not, I don't know how to describe it, but it was great. I would HIGHLY recommend this book, especially for those that love love and love chick lits :)!!!!!
Content warning: small amount of language
Age recommendation: 14+
I found the main character, Jasmine, extremely relatable (except the whole bachelorette thing). AND I EVEN NOTICED HER PERSONAL GROWTH!!!! I don't usually notice character's personal growth because I'm just that oblivious, BUT I noticed in this book! I feel like it was subtle...buy not, I don't know how to describe it, but it was great. I would HIGHLY recommend this book, especially for those that love love and love chick lits :)!!!!!
Content warning: small amount of language
Age recommendation: 14+
fluffypancakes101's review against another edition
3.0
It was very good. A bit of a slow start in my opinion. I started the book in September and have been reading on and off. The lesson in this book is that jasmine finds her true worth. I really liked that. I recommend this book for people who don’t know what to read next.